Dining In Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa is home to some of Orange County's finest restaurants, garnering local and national accolades. Whether you're looking for a sophisticated spot for a business meeting, taking your family out for fine dining, or want a quick bite after shopping, Costa Mesa has you covered as the culinary center of OC. Take a couple days to spend in Costa Mesa and experience not just a vacation, but an Eatcation®!
Dave's Hot Chicken
Street food sensation turned fast-casual hit, Dave's Hot Chicken brings the heat. Specializing in Nashville-style hot chicken and serving tenders & sliders.
SOCIAL
SOCIAL Costa Mesa is a chef and ingredient-focused, new-American inspired restaurant, offering classic Southern dishes made with fresh California ingredients.
Rance's Chicago Pizza
Rance's brings authentic Chicago-style deep dish pizza to Costa Mesa.
Kenwood's Kitchen and Tap
Located in Costa Mesa's Verde neighborhood, Kenwood's Kitchen and Tap is a family-owned and operated restaurant and bar that serves American comfort food featuring fresh, local ingredients.
Quattro Caffé
Located inside of South Coast Plaza, this quaint Italian restaurant offers a variety of flavorful lunch and dinner options.
Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Founded in San Diego in the 1980s, Karl Strauss Brewery is one of the pioneers of the craft beer movement.
Vegan by El Zamorano
Starting as a pop-up, Vegan by El Zamorano became Orange County's first and only vegan taqueria in 2020.
Hana re Sushi
Hana re Sushi is a Michelin-recognized sushi bar serving an exclusive omakase dining experience.
Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee
Every Sidecar doughnut is made from scratch and fresh every hour.



















